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Acanthus leaves have been used through the ages to beautify sculpture and the written word. In this workshop, I’ll walk you through the basics of drawing your own acanthus leaves! Seats are limited, so reserve your spot today! Please bring a pencil, eraser, and sketchbook (or loose leaf paper). Class will be held at Hammerstone’s downtown Ithaca location.
Welcome back to YAPPY HOUR at The Strand Cafe! Join us every 4th Wednesday from March–October | 4–7PM for drinks, dog-friendly vibes, and pup social time! Bring your furry friends to mix, mingle, and make new besties 🐕 Even better? 50% of proceeds benefit Stay Wild Rescue — every sip supports animals in need. Drinks for you. Social hour for ... Read More
Did somebody say rebrand? We are switching it up this summer! Different name, same mission: uplifting Black, Indigenous, Latine, queer, AANHPI, disabled and neurodivergent authors. Everyone is welcome! Join us to discuss Before I Let Go by author Kennedy Ryan ˚˖❀ A contemporary romance novel about a couple that realizes that love alone can't save a marriage after a huge ... Read More
A fan of queer horror? Looking to get into the genre? Join us for a discussion on Summer Sons, led by BSB staff member Alex. Book club attendees get 10% one (1) purchase in-store!
Touring musician Julianna Zachariou will be stopping by the shop on August 28th! Show starts with local act Cuchulain at 7pm.
Swing by K-HOUSE Karaoke & Arts Hub on Sunday, August 30 at 1:00PM to catch the Kris Belgica Trio! Hailing from Baltimore, MD, the group consists of guitarist Kris Belgica, violinist Max Jacobs, and upright bassist Ray Bally. Expect a lively journey through the music of legendary French-Romani guitarist Django Reinhardt, heart-wrenching klezmer melodies, and original compositions by Belgica and ... Read More
Gallery Night Ithaca is a walkable tour of art openings and other special cultural events in and around downtown Ithaca, New York from 5:00-8:00 PM on the first Friday of every month.
Busking for Justice: String Theory Friday, September 4, 5:30–7:00 p.m. Café Dewitt, Dewitt Mall, 215 N. Cayuga St., Ithaca Admission: Free; donations encouraged String Theory, an Ithaca-based acoustic string ensemble, brings together accomplished musicians from across the Finger Lakes for an evening of bluegrass, Old Time, Canadian and Celtic fiddling, folk, swing, and classical music. The ensemble features Grammy-nominated violinist ... Read More
Create a gourd snout, and strut about! Partake of exotic snacks, enjoy the music, learn a bit, and generally have a very gourd time. In the end, the new picture book from Gourdlandia, Vivalina Grows A Gourd, will be launched in style. Open a gourd! Scrape it, color it, drill holes (nostrils!), add a string. This is a party for ... Read More
We Declare: A Storytelling Project for Our Times Hear ye, Hear ye! Listen as local writers share personal stories, inspired by phrases taken from the Declaration of Independence, creating a snapshot of life in our historic times. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, you might be surprised to discover uncanny parallels to the original No Kings movement in 1776! Two ... Read More
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